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NTI Minilyser & Minirator
Test Instruments
If you thought you couldn't afford audio test equipment, then think again!
Published August 2001
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Hugh Robjohns
Hugh Robjohns has been Sound On Sound's Technical Editor since 1997. Prior to that he worked in a variety of (mostly) sound-related roles in BBC Television, ending up as a Sound Operations Lecturer at the BBC's technical training centre.
He continues to provide audio consultancy and bespoke broadcast audio training services all over the world, lectures at professional and public conventions, and occasionally records and masters acoustic and classical music too!
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iZ Technology RADAR 24
Multitrack Recorder
The new third-generation RADAR hard disk recorder is the most affordable version yet, and offers 24-bit recording over 24 tracks at sampling rates of up to 192kHz. Hugh Robjohns puts it through its paces.
Published August 2001
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Q. Is my wordclock good enough?
Is there an objective way of determining the quality of a wordclock source? I'm running a setup of an Apple G4 computer,...
Published August 2001
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Leema Acoustics Xen
Ultra-compact Reference Monitors
It is a good general rule that miniature monitors are rarely of reference quality, but Leema Acoustics claim to have created an exception.
Published August 2001
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Aphex Model 1788
Remote-controlled Mic Preamp
Aphex have provided an elegant way to avoid the detrimental effects of long cable runs on delicate mic signals. Hugh Robjohns evaluates the Model 1788.
Published August 2001
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Surround Sound Explained: Part 1
Foundations
Surround sound in one form or another has been a part of the film industry for many years, but the emergence of affordable digital technology has now pushed it into the domestic mainstream. Hugh Robjohns begins SOS's definitive guide to surround and its implications for the hi-tech musician.
Published August 2001
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Q. What's the best way to mic a classical chamber trio?
I have recorded a demo CD of my acoustic folk duo. This project has been successful, so much so that a chamber trio I know...
Published July 2001
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Sd Systems STM99 Instrument Microphone System
Trying to keep a microphone in the optimum position on an acoustic instrument is often difficult, especially when recording...
Published July 2001
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DRIVING FORCE
M&K; MPS Speaker System
Hugh Robjohns tests an innovative full-range speaker system, which somehow manages to get 12 separate drivers working in harmony.
Published July 2001
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VINTAGE VALUES
Trident MTA 'A'-range Dual Discrete Channel
Continuing the trend for reinventing the classics, this reworking of the original Trident 'A'-range input module seeks to recreate the sound of the '70s. Hugh Robjohns steps back in time.
Published July 2001